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A vibrant plate of tender crockpot teriyaki chicken glazed with glossy sauce, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, served alongside steamed rice and colorful stir-fried vegetables, all presented on a rustic wooden table with a clean, inviting background.

Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken for Busy Days

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A simple and flavorful crockpot teriyaki chicken dish perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken cooked to perfection in a savory teriyaki sauce, ready in hours with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Pour sauce over chicken and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  4. For a thicker glaze, remove chicken and simmer the sauce in a saucepan with cornstarch until desired consistency.
  5. Serve chicken with sauce poured over and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil or sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
  • You can use chicken breasts or thighs based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg